This is actually a bamboo sweater, not a barbq sweater, but here’s the story. I stumbled across some links for Bar B Q crafts and wondered how you’d mix Bar B Q with knitting. Well, I got distracted (it … Read More ...
Update on Sweater Babe’s Dramatic Cardigan
I had a bunch of knitting time this weekend and cast on for the Dramatic Top Down Knitted Cardigan by Katherine (the Sweater Babe).
Holy crow! This pattern has 14 pages, but upon closer inspection the reason for this is … Read More ...
Sweater Babe’s New Pattern
This is going to be my next project. It’s so pretty. Feminine without being too girly. Lacy yet useful, up here where the cold winds are still blowing.
Dramatic Lace Top-Down Wrap Cardigan is what she’s calling it. The back … Read More ...
6 Week Mini Challenge From The Loopy Ewe
Sheri, over at the Loopy Ewe, has a new 6 Week Mini Challenge for you! Here’s the Challenge: Knit a short-sleeved or sleeveless summer sweater/tank between now and July 1st.
Here’s the details: http://www.theloopyewe.com/sheri/category/contest
Who’s in?… Read More ...
Lace is Easy! Again!
Really, it is. I can see you rolling your eyes and shaking your heads, but have you tried it? I’ll bet not, otherwise you’d be in the same boat as I am. The Lace Is Easy boat. (being in my … Read More ...
Free Hoodie – Knitting Pattern
While most of you are likely soaking up those late spring or early summer rays, up here we’re still deep in sweater weather. No joke—there was actual ice in the chicken water this morning. Yes, ice. It’s that kind … Read More ...
Knitting and Felting Ideas for Earth Day
Favecraft.com has 10 ideas for re-using old sweaters from unknitting them and re-using the yarn, felting, making pillows or potholders, plastic bag holders, felted floral designs, cup or bottle cozies, using bits of felt in your paper designs, making … Read More ...
Kinda Like Socks, But Kinda Not….
The answer to everyone who doesn’t like to turn heels or decrease for toes….don’t!
These Stirrup Socks fit the bill all the way around, and they’re way cute too. From Lion Brand, they are knit out of Amazing, a worsted … Read More ...
All New Homespun Handknit from Amy Clarke Moore
Homespun yarn has it’s own character. The textures, colors, and blends all combine to create something unique. No two yarns are alike. Their textures are unmatched.
Amy Clarke Moore, Editor of Spin-Off Magazine brings us this book, with 25 small … Read More ...
Free Sweater Pattern from Polar Knits
Uncle Sam won’t give you much for free, but Polar Knits does! This ultra cute (and green) “Lil Sprout Sweater”, knit in PolarKnit worsted weight is just too cute to pass up. If you’ve never used this yarn, … Read More ...
Giveaway Over At Sweater Babe’s Blog!
Hop on over to Sweater Babe’s Blog for a chance to win this cardigan pattern. Isn’t it pretty?
I really like her designs, they’re feminine, without being all “girly”. Here’s what she says:
The back and sleeves are worked from … Read More ...
Cotton=Summer. Summer=Cotton.
Nancy, of NobleKnits.com puts out a really cute newsletter. In her latest, she outlines the Top Ten Reasons To Knit With Cotton.
- Cotton is hypoallergenic. It doesn’t irritate sensitive skin or cause allergies.
- Cotton is soft and never itchy.
- It
Try A Different Color Combination…
Different looks with different colors! Go bold. Go pastel. It’s all up to you. This combination pictured is brought to you by BT Yarns and you can get the pattern here: http://www.btyarns.com/servlet/StoreFront… Read More ...
Giveaway! Nicky Epstein, Knitting a Kiss In Every Stitch.
This book was so much fun to look at. Chock full of simple, quick to knit, gift projects for everyone on your list. I know, you’ve heard that before, but seriously, Everyone! Scarves for your guy. Hats for your kids. … Read More ...
How To: Lifelines
No, they’re not a life saving device. Well, wait a minute, maybe they are. If you’ve spent 64 years knitting a lace shawl and lose count and have to rip it all out, this very well may be what pushes … Read More ...